ARCHITECTURE + INTERIOR
HYATT REGENCY BANGKOK SUKHUMVIT The opening of the new Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit marks the Hyatt Regency’s debut in Bangkok.
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yatt recently opened Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit in Bangkok, Thailand. This marks the Hyatt Regency brand’s entry into the capital of Thailand. Located on the bustling Sukhumvit Road, the hotel is connected to the Nana station of the Bangkok Mass Transit System (BTS) via a sky bridge and offers guests convenient access to nearby shopping malls, office buildings and tourist attractions. The hotel is located near the Nana neighbourhood – meaning “meeting place” – which has traditionally been a multicultural marketplace where people from around the world connect and exchange ideas. Today it offers travelers an immersive experience of Bangkok’s vibrant street markets. The hotel is also easily accessible, as it is only 15.5 miles (25 kilometres) from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and 20.5 miles (33 kilometres) from the Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
furniture and rugs. Featuring elegant sculptures by renowned Thai national artist, Ajarn Nontiwat Jantanapalin, and lush landscaped gardens, the hotel offers a refreshing respite from the city’s busy pace. Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit features 273 guestrooms, including 21 suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the city views. Starting from 377 square feet (35 square metres) for a standard room, all guestrooms are equipped with the Hyatt Mobile Entry technology, enabling guests to
use their smartphone in lieu of a room key card. Each room also comes with a Handy smartphone for travelers to stay connected and enjoy seamless exploration of the city. The 2,249-square-foot (209-squaremetre) 28th floor Presidential Suite features a dining room, a private workout room and a spacious outdoor terrace with panoramic views of Bangkok. Guests staying on the 27th floor can access the Regency Club Lounge. Privileges include exclusive check-in and checkout services as well as food and drinks alongside stunning city views with the choice of indoor or outdoor seating.
Drinking and dining Hyatt Regenc y Bangkok Sukhumvit features three distinct dining outlets including a lobby lounge bar to suit different occasions. Market Café serves authentic Thai cuisine in a casual atmosphere inspired by local markets.
Design and guestrooms Hyatt Regenc y Bangkok Sukhumvit i s p a r t o f a 3 1 - s to re y, m i xe d - u s e development, which includes a luxurious condominium and upscale retail shop, designed by award-winning Bangkokbased architecture firm, OBA. The hotel is conceived as a modern Thai house by local interior design company, PIA and pays tribute to the golden periods of Thai history through contemporary aesthetics,
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit - Outdoor swimming pool at night.
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